i go to school now and i used to sleep in til 9am now i have to get up at 6am. I go to bed between 10-1030 every night but now it seems i keep waking up every couple of hours. this causes me to loose lots of sleep and be very tired and unproductive in the day. Is there a way to stop this? Sleeping pills are NOT an option, they dont work on me and herbal ones make me more tired when i wake up. Ive tried moving the clock so i cant see it but it seems i wake up fully, roll over and go back to bed. HELP im so tired
2006-10-03 09:47:29 · 11 answers · asked by Tabbitatt 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Take a look at your lifestyle. Don't turn on the TV, read, or anything else that requires some level of concentration at the time you keep waking up. Make sure your room is dark. I would suggest getting rid of nightlites, making sure the blinds aren't letting in street light, etc. Are you able to let go of the days stress before you try to sleep? This was a big one for me.
Best of luck and sleep tight!
2006-10-03 09:55:45 · answer #1 · answered by Nurcee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same problem I usually take a Tylenol p.m.about 6:00 p.m. so when I do go to sleep about 11:00 I am then awake at 4:00 am to start my day I like you sleeping pills don't put me to sleep but at least this way I stay asleep and can still get up feeling rested
2006-10-03 16:53:38 · answer #2 · answered by lynx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a warm bath before bed with some lavender and chamomile essential oils in it, the oils will help relax your mind and body. Don't drink tea, coffee or cola for a couple of hours before bed time (the caffine is a stimulant and will keep you buzzing!), have a cup of warm milk.
Consider taking up meditation or yoga, both good ways to relax and ready yourself for bed.
Don't read or watch TV in bed, listen to some soft calming music (NOT rock! lol).
And try not to stress over the situation, it is very likely a temporary situation and will resolve itself in a short while. The more you stress the worse it will get...a vicious circle will start.
Fingers crossed it gets better soon ZZZZzzzzzZZZZZzzzz :D
2006-10-03 16:54:06 · answer #3 · answered by huggz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may want to see your doctor and have him/her do a sleep study to see if you have sleep apnea. This can cause you to wake up often. Sleep apnea is when you stop breathing when you're sleeping. The body wakes itself up to get breathing again (usually...otherwise death results) It can be pretty serious. I knew somebody who had it and once they got treated for it, the results were amazing, much more energy.
Also, I know hormonal issues can cause issues with sleep...but again, you need a doctor to check for this. I know its not cheap, but sleep deprivation will affect your ability to complete school so make an investment in your health and get this checked out.
2006-10-03 16:54:04 · answer #4 · answered by Lee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try excercising before you go to bed. That usually will wipe you out and you'll sleep like a baby.
I don't think you necessarily need to see a doc. I wake up a couple times a night sometimes, and I don't think that it's a medical condition. It just has to do with stress sometimes, what's on your mind and what you do right before you go to sleep.
2006-10-03 16:51:24 · answer #5 · answered by baybiegurl777 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ever tried Melatonin? That's the only supplement that's ever worked effectively on me. I myself do not sleep easily. Liquid form Melatonin is the best. It can put me out pretty quickly.
A warm bath with lavender and soothing, healing music all help too.
The temperature of your room also affects your ability to get quality rest. Are you too warm or too cold? Ever since I got myself a strong, silent electric fan, my nights have improved manifold!
Good luck.
2006-10-03 17:02:24 · answer #6 · answered by Yahoo user 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you worried or stressed about something?
Try clearing your mind for the first few moments you are in bed. Concentrate the thoughts you do have toward relaxation.
I know this suggestion sounds stupid, but it has worked for me since elementary school. (I am now a Junior in college, and I still use this practice.)
2006-10-03 16:51:37 · answer #7 · answered by Oklahoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The answer with the sleep apnea thought is a good one, I was going to tell you the same things she did. This is more common if you are overweight.
2006-10-03 16:56:48 · answer #8 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need white noise, try a bedside radio tuned to soothing music.
2006-10-03 16:52:38 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try some hot tea
2006-10-03 17:02:31 · answer #10 · answered by Sir CJ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋